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Obtaining an apprenticeship is the most important component of becoming a professional plumber. An apprenticeship involves a combination of classroom learning and on the job experience. You can complete an apprenticeship through a union or with a plumbing company. This guide will tell you how to make it happen. | Obtaining an apprenticeship is the most important component of becoming a professional plumber. An apprenticeship involves a combination of classroom learning and on the job experience. You can complete an apprenticeship through a union or with a plumbing company. This guide will tell you how to make it happen. | ||
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== Steps == | == Steps == | ||
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#*Try to be patient with yourself as you learn. Some mechanical skills can be difficult to master and it may take a while before you are able to perform these skills with ease. | #*Try to be patient with yourself as you learn. Some mechanical skills can be difficult to master and it may take a while before you are able to perform these skills with ease. | ||
#Improve your physical strength. Being a plumber is physically demanding, so it is important to stay in good shape in order to perform your job.<ref name="rf6" /> If you don’t exercise, start a routine and try to incorporate a couple of strength training sessions every week. | #Improve your physical strength. Being a plumber is physically demanding, so it is important to stay in good shape in order to perform your job.<ref name="rf6" /> If you don’t exercise, start a routine and try to incorporate a couple of strength training sessions every week. | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
